#53 – AMA #6: Fasting framework, vitamin supplementation, antioxidants, time management, problem-solving, and more

In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter answers a wide range of questions from readers and podcast listeners. Bob Kaplan, Peter’s head of research, asks the questions. If you’re listening on a podcast player, you’ll be able to hear a preview of the AMA. If you’re a subscriber, you can now listen to this full episode on your private RSS feed. If you are not a subscriber, you can learn more about the subscriber benefits here.

AMA #6 Sneak Peak:

We discuss:

• Vitamin supplementation: Is it necessary if you eat a balanced diet? [2:00];
• Antioxidants: What does current science have to say about antioxidants in food and supplements? [9:00];
• How do you break a fast of more than three days? [17:15];
• Does a morning black coffee break a fast? In other words, does black coffee raise insulin levels? [22:15];
• When intermittent fasting, does the placement of the “feeding window” matter? [25:30];
• Is it better to fast before or after a planned food binge (e.g., Thanksgiving)? [28:30];
• Fasting protocol: Do you have a specific protocol to recommend? [31:30];
• Time management: How do you manage your time between work, family, and your many personal interests? [35:45];
• Problem solving: Can you breakdown your process of problem-solving? [46:45];
• For those looking to gain a better understanding of biochemistry, pharmacology, etc., do you have any good textbooks or (online) resources to recommend? [49:00];
• What are some of your favorite podcasts that you listen to? [51:15];
• What is your favorite animal? [54:45]; and
• More.